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Kendall Jones

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I am a Seattle-based writer focusing primarily on beer and brewing, especially as it relates to travel and recreation. A lifelong resident of the Pacific Northwest, I've been a fan of craft beer since it was born
and over the decades I have established many contacts within the industry.

I've written for a number of print publications, including Sip magazine (previously Sip Northwest) and Seattle magazine, both of which I have written for extensively over the past decade. My work has also been…

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Icicle Brewing Changes Hands, but Keeps it in the Family

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By Kendall Jones 
| Washington Beer Blog
Pamela and Oliver Brulotte are retiring and have sold a majority stake in Icicle Brewing. The new majority owners are Shelly and Eric Desmarais of CLS Farms, a fifth-generation hop farm in the Yakima Valley. CLS is a family-owned farm, and also happens to be part of the Icicle family, so to speak. Short version: Oliver Brulotte and Eric Desmarais are second cousins. While this news is fresh, and details are forthcoming, all appearances suggest this is good news for all parties involved.
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“Circumstances Beyond Our Control.” Auburn’s Rail Hop’n Brewing is Closing

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By Kendall Jones 
| Washington Beer Blog
Rail Hop’n Brewing is closing at the end of June. The owners, Kristi and Billy Jack, say a major force in reaching the decision involved circumstances beyond their control. Those circumstances involve ongoing construction around the business, permitting woes, and a landlord who decided to sell the building. For a business that has already seen its share of relocation, it seems that was the last straw. The final day of operations is set for Tuesday, June 30th.
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A Lager Lovers Dream! Lagerhead Beer Fest Returns This Summer

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By Kendall Jones 
| Washington Beer Blog
On Saturday, July 18th, Lagerhead Beer Fest returns to Snoqualmie for the third year. As the name suggests, the event focuses on lager-style beers, which are especially well-suited for summer. Help support Washington Wild’s Brewshed® Alliance as you enjoy a spectacular selection of beers from breweries near and far. (And wines, too.) This year’s Lagerhead Beer Fest is sure to be one of the summer’s best beer events. They have a novel approach to ticketing.
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